From: Chapter 5, Use of the Laboratory
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Show detailsTable 5.2Selection of Diagnostic Test According to Purpose
| Purpose | Most important operating characteristic(s) |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic | |
| Confirmation | Specificity |
| Ruling out | Sensitivity |
| Monitoring | Reliability |
| Screening | Sensitivity/specificitya |
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